The best gift we can give our companions with dementia is time, especially in conversations. When speaking with a companion experiencing dementia, don’t rush to fill the open space.
Instead, be patient, watch them, and give them time to respond. Watch for a flicker of understanding that lets you know they are thinking and avoid the tendency to fill the space with words.
Yes, it requires a lot of patience but it allows us to preserve the relationship by giving them space and time to speak. I am thankful for all that I have learned through the DAWN Method!
